Cynthia Zelaya

Houston

News Reporter at The Facts

Music Journalist at Off Record Media

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THE SCOOP: The county’s eponymous pharmacist fills his last prescription

Dec 10, 2024 | thefacts.com | Cynthia Zelaya

Stop worrying about what you can get out of your career for yourself and start worrying about how much you can do for your community. You’ll receive the love you put in back tenfold — doctor’s orders. Please log in, or sign up for a new account and purchase a subscription to continue reading. Spence’s career path wasn’t always clear-cut, although the love for science remained prominent in his interests. “When I was going to college, I was looking for a science career,” he said.
West Columbia's own is a finalist for a Hiesman

Dec 10, 2024 | thefacts.com | Cynthia Zelaya

WEST COLUMBIA — In the past, the city of West Columbia has produced oil, cotton and the first congress of the Republic of Texas. In 2024, they could produce the winner of the Heisman Trophy. Please log in, or sign up for a new account and purchase a subscription to continue reading. Ward’s rise holds a deeply personal significance for West Columbia Mayor Laurie Kincannon. “On a personal level, I have known and loved the Kyle/Ward family for three generations,” Kincannon said.
Luby's in Angleton opens to a hungry, happy crowd

Dec 9, 2024 | thefacts.com | Cynthia Zelaya

ANGLETON — It was a happy day for fans of classic Texas cafeterias. Please log in, or sign up for a new account and purchase a subscription to continue reading. After the announcement the beloved Lake Jackson restaurant would close after the sale of its building and owners couldn't reach a satisfactory leasing agreement, loyal customers thought they would adjust to live without Luby’s.
Lake Jackson house fire needed 3 VFDs to control blaze

Dec 9, 2024 | thefacts.com | Cynthia Zelaya

LAKE JACKSON — The cause of a fire early Saturday remains under investigation, officials said. Please log in, or sign up for a new account and purchase a subscription to continue reading. “Due to the intense fire, firefighters took defensive measures,” the statement read.
Brazoria County Sheriff Investigate Stolen County Truck Amid Statewide Vehicle Theft Spike

Dec 5, 2024 | thefacts.com | Cynthia Zelaya

The theft of a Brazoria County Precinct 4 Road and Bridge truck is symptomatic of a rise in vehicle thefts across Texas, officials said. Please log in, or sign up for a new account and purchase a subscription to continue reading. “Preliminary investigation shows that the suspects broke into another vehicle to find and locate the keys before subsequently stealing the vehicle,” she said in a statement to The Facts.
Clute officer recovering from motorcycle wreck

Dec 4, 2024 | thefacts.com | Cynthia Zelaya

A Clute police officer injured while riding his motorcycle to work is recovering at home, officials said. Please log in, or sign up for a new account and purchase a subscription to continue reading. "The officer has been released from the hospital and is at home recovering," Turner wrote in an email to The Facts asking about the officer's condition. "He is doing well at this time."The injuries the officer received have not been released.
Lake Jackson wants part of opioid settlement

Dec 4, 2024 | thefacts.com | Cynthia Zelaya

LAKE JACKSON — The city could be getting a payout connected to the opioid crisis, but it isn't expected to be a big windfall. Please log in, or sign up for a new account and purchase a subscription to continue reading. The attorneys general for California, North Carolina, Colorado, Illinois, Oregon, Tennessee and Virginia led the settlement negotiations, the Associated Press reported; Texas will get an $83 million cut while lawyers representing the states will split $149 million.
THE SCOOP: Quick Quack Car Wash Opens in Angleton

Dec 3, 2024 | thefacts.com | Cynthia Zelaya

Quick Quack Car Wash is officially open in Angleton, marking another milestone for the growing chain. The grand opening ribbon-cutting ceremony Tuesday afternoon was more than a celebration for the company, but a celebration of community. Please log in, or sign up for a new account and purchase a subscription to continue reading.
Oyster Creek EDC is in the buying market

Nov 29, 2024 | thefacts.com | Cynthia Zelaya

OYSTER CREEK — A storefront that has had a series of occupants through the years is about to have a new owner, with the city taking control of the building in hopes of gaining consistent revenue. Please log in, or sign up for a new account and purchase a subscription to continue reading. "We’re in the process of buying that building to attract new business to the city,” Merriman said.
Angleton health, education stronger, officials say

Nov 28, 2024 | thefacts.com | Cynthia Zelaya

ANGLETON — Health, education and city innovation were all topics on the table during 2024’s State of the Community luncheon in Angleton. Please log in, or sign up for a new account and purchase a subscription to continue reading. HEALTH CAREDr. Beth Reimschissel, administrator and Associate Chief Nursing and Patient Care Services Officer at UTMB Angleton Danbury Campus, pointed to the critical service the hospital offers the community.